Best Easy Sweet And Sour Meatballs Recipes

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EASY SWEET-AND-SOUR MEATBALLS



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The already prepared meatballs make this a very easy and quick supper. You can use your own homemade meatballs or store-bought if you're in a pinch. -Ruth Andrewson, Leavenworth, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks
1 package (12 ounces) frozen fully cooked homestyle or Swedish meatballs, thawed
1 large green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/3 cup cold water
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
Hot cooked rice, optional
Thinly sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Set pineapple aside. Add enough water to juice if needed to measure 1 cup. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the meatballs, green pepper and juice mixture until heated through., In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, cold water, vinegar and soy sauce until smooth. Add brown sugar and reserved pineapple to the pan; stir in cornstarch mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. If desired, serve with rice and top with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 572mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

EASY CROCK POT SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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I think this is a Mr. Food recipe but I saw it made on a news broadcast. It's awesome served with rice and oh so easy!! They used one of those new crock pot liners and so did I and it does make for super quick cleanup.

Provided by LAURIE

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 4h5m

Yield 12-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (9 -10 ounce) jar sweet and sour sauce
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 1/2 lbs frozen meatballs
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained

Steps:

  • If using liner, place it in a slow cooker bowl, fitting it snugly against the bottom and sides of the bowl; pull top of liner over the bowl rim.
  • Place all ingredients in the slow cooker; stir gently then cover with the lid.
  • Cook on low setting for 7 to 8 hours, or on high setting for 4 to 5 hours, until done.
  • Carefully remove the lid to allow steam to escape.
  • Serve directly from the slow cooker over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69, Fat 0.2, Cholesterol 0.2, Sodium 327.4, Carbohydrate 16.5, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 14.1, Protein 1.2

EASY BAKED SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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A super quick 'home-made' sweet and sour sauce with tasty meatballs that are baked in the oven. Serve with rice or over warm noodles as a main meal. Alternatively serve them as a party food with cocktail forks or toothpicks. It may seem there are a lot of ingredients, but the sauce and meatballs take very little time to prepare. A budget friendly family meal or a great recipe to make for a potluck. You can use recipe #487741 Homemade ponzu sauce posted by GailAnng as a good substitute for the 'ponzu lime citrus dressing and sauce.'

Provided by Jubes

Categories     Chinese

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup ketchup
1 cup pineapple juice
3/4 cup apple cider vinegar
4 teaspoons ponzu sauce, lime citrus dressing and sauce
1/2 cup brown sugar
4 teaspoons maple syrup
1/2 cup water
1 lb ground beef
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup applesauce
1 tablespoon ponzu sauce, lime citrus dressing and sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup fresh soft breadcrumbs, measure well packed (add extra if your meatballs need more binding to hold their shape)
1 cup pineapple chunk (optional)
toasted sesame seeds (for decoration or presentation, optional, optional) (optional) or finely sliced green onion (for decoration or presentation) (optional)

Steps:

  • For the sauce - mix the cornstarch with ¼ cup water in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • Add all of the remaining sauce ingredients to a small saucepan and stir over a medium heat for approximately one minute.
  • Add the cornstarch mixture and stir to combine.
  • Continue stirring until the mixture becomes thick and glossy- about 5 minutes. Set the sauce aside to cool.
  • For the meatballs - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C ).
  • Use a food processor to make fresh breadcrumbs ( I used 4 slices of bread with crusts removed).
  • Add all meatball ingredients to a medium sized mixing bowl and thoroughly mix together.
  • Roll into small meatballs with your hands, using about a tablespoon of mix at a time.
  • Place meatballs in a 9 x 13 baking dish and, if using as a main meal, add the optional cup of pineapple chunks if desired - Just spread them evenly around the meatballs.
  • Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the meatballs , ensuring that they are all covered.
  • Bake for 30 minutes and stir. Continue to bake for another 15 minutes and stir again. Check for doneness and bake longer if needed.
  • Serve over rice or noodles for a main meal. Lightly sprinkle each meal with toasted sesame seeds or finely sliced green onions for presentation if desired.
  • Can be served as cocktail meatballs in a single large bowl with cocktail forks or toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.5, Fat 18.8, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 123.6, Sodium 626.5, Carbohydrate 60.3, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 41.1, Protein 24.1

KITTENCAL'S EASY SWEET AND SOUR PINEAPPLE MEATBALLS



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You won't find this recipe anywhere else, it's my own creation! I have even made this recipe using left over cooked beef or cooked cubed chicken breast, it is delicious! This recipe may be cut in half to serve just 4. Also 1 large onion may be added. Prep time includes shaping meatballs and chopping veggies. My recipe#69173 works great with this recipe!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Pineapple

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 lbs lean ground beef
oil (for frying)
2 (14 ounce) cans pineapple chunks, drained and reserve juice
1/4 cup cider vinegar (can use less)
3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1 (250 ml) jar Russian salad dressing (I use Kraft)
1 (350 ml) jar sweet and sour sauce (can be homemade)
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
pepper (optional)
sugar, if needed
3 large carrots, sliced
2 green bell peppers (sliced or coarsley chopped)
2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional)
1/4 cup cold water (optional)

Steps:

  • Prepare the ground beef into meatballs using your favorite recipe for meatballs, and shape into about 1-inch balls.
  • Heat oil in a skillet, and brown the meatballs until no longer pink (you can also bake them in the oven) set aside.
  • Drain the 2 cans of pineapple tidbits; set pineapple tidbits aside.
  • If needed, add water to the juice to measure 2 cups, and place in a large saucepan (if the juice from the cans measures more than 2 cups add in all the juice with no water).
  • To the juice/water mixture, stir in vinegar, brown sugar and soy sauce, garlic, salad dressing, sweet and sour sauce, salt and pepper; bring to a simmer (adding more brown sugar (or white sugar) to taste if desired.
  • When the sauce is to desired taste, add in the cooked meatballs and carrots.
  • Simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until carrots are crisp-tender.
  • Stir in green pepper, and reserved pineapple tidbits; cover and simmer for about 10-15 minutes longer, or until green pepper is crisp-tender (do not over cook the peppers!).
  • This step is only optional if you prefer a thicker sauce, in a small bowl combine cornstarch and water until smooth, and stir into the meatball mixture.
  • Bring to a boil; cook, stirring for about 2 minutes, or until sauce has thickened.
  • Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 710.4, Fat 27.6, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 98.3, Sodium 1618.3, Carbohydrate 83.5, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 70.9, Protein 33.9

QUICK AND EASY SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS FOR THE CROCK POT



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My mom made this recipe for a few special gatherings, and I just couldn't get enough. This recipe is for a small group, but trust me, it is very easy to multiply for big groups.

Provided by moonpoodle

Categories     Peppers

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (20 ounce) package miniature meatballs
2 (10 ounce) bottles sweet and sour sauce (I use Kikkoman)
1 green bell pepper
1 red onion
1 yellow bell pepper

Steps:

  • Slice peppers and onion into long strips.
  • Place meatballs and sliced vegetables into crock pot.
  • Cover with sweet and sour sauce.
  • Cook on low for 3-4 hours and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135.3, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 335.4, Carbohydrate 28.2, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 20.9, Protein 1.1

OH SO EASY SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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This is by no means gourmet, but it was tasty and the kids loved it, even the veggies! It's great way to use frozen meatballs.

Provided by Suz

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatball Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) package frozen stir-fry vegetables (sliced green, red, and yellow peppers and white onions)
1 (12 ounce) package frozen fully-cooked meatballs
¼ cup apricot jam
¼ cup French-style salad dressing
2 tablespoons soy sauce
3 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Stir vegetables, meatballs, apricot jam, salad dressing, and soy sauce together in a skillet over medium heat. Cover the skillet and cook the mixture until the vegetables and meatballs are heated through completely, 15 to 20 minutes. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 532.5 calories, Carbohydrate 70 g, Cholesterol 70.6 mg, Fat 18.9 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 748.7 mg, Sugar 11.3 g

EASY SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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This was a hit last year in our household for Passover. From Susie Fishbein's 'Passover by Design'.

Provided by baezus

Categories     Meat

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb ground beef
1/4 cup matzo meal
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 egg
1 (16 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
1 (26 ounce) jar marinara sauce

Steps:

  • Mix ground beef with matzo meal, onion powder, and oregano. Add the egg. Toss with hands to combine.
  • Empty can of cranberry sauce and marinara sauce into a medium pot and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes stirring with a spoon.
  • Roll meat into balls and carefull add tehmto the pot. Set heat as low as possible. Cover and cook for 40 minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.8, Fat 16.1, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 85.2, Sodium 655.7, Carbohydrate 53.2, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 41.3, Protein 18.2

EASY CROCK POT SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



Easy Crock Pot Sweet and Sour Meatballs image

If you are looking for easy crock pot sweet and sour meatballs, look no further. These are simple, delicious, and perfect for feeding a crowd.

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 8

About 2½ pounds frozen meatballs
2 cups packed brown sugar (I thought this was a lot, and was tempted to use less. Two cups is just right.)
½ cup water
½ cup white vinegar
2 Tablespoons flour
3 Tablespoons ketchup
3 Tablespoons soy sauce
Optional: one can pineapple chunks, drained

Steps:

  • Place meatballs in slow cooker.
  • Combine all other ingredients in a small saucepan.
  • Heat until bubbly and somewhat thickened.
  • Pour over meatballs.
  • If desired, stir in pineapple chunks.
  • Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours, or until meatballs are heated through.

OH SO EASY SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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Categories     Rice     Fruit     Beef     Pork     Pepper     Vegetable

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (16 ounce) frozen stir-fry vegetables/sliced green, red, and yellow peppers and white onions
1 package (12 ounce) frozen fully-cooked meatballs
1/4 cup apricot jam
1/4 cup French-style salad dressing
2 tablespoons soy sauce
3 cups cooked rice, hot

Steps:

  • Stir vegetables, meatballs, apricot jam, salad dressing, and soy sauce together in a skillet over medium heat. Cover the skillet and cook the mixture until the vegetables and meatballs are heated through completely, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Server over rice.

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